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Discover the extraordinary

Step into a world where science is brought to life through interactive exhibits and explosive experiments during daily programs. Connect with the past and visit the future with groundbreaking exhibitions, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films and hands on activities that let you explore more. Discover what's happening this week.

Discovery Place is in the midst of an exciting renovation that will fill the Museum with all new, interactive science and technology exhibitions showcasing topical science. These extraordinary new experiences will be revealed throughout the first half of 2010.

Spend a day at Discovery Place and we'll introduce you to a world of wonder, where science amazes, educates and entertains. There's something for everyone in the family to enjoy, from little ones just starting to explore to adults who have seen the world. No matter your age, we’re dedicated to connecting you with science and connecting science to the world.

Many amazing new exhibitions are now open including: Cool Stuff - play it cool with Science and find out why things do the things they do.

Pop in to an eye-popping experience in the Discovery 3D Theatre. Glasses are required to experience the latest in digital filmmaking and state-of-the-art sound. You will be immersed in family-friendly short films that require you to hold onto your seat and your senses.

Little hands can play with the big ideas of science in KidScience a unique experience for visitors age 7 and younger. Kids play in experiences that are based in math and science, and learn by touching, trying and tinkering in different environments and activities such as water tables, wind tunnels, blocks, gears and air tubes.

Today's a great day for discovery - click here for more information on our renovation and upcoming exhibitions.

See What's Happening This Week at Discovery Place

Pricing

  Non-Members Members
  Adults Children / Seniors Adults Children / Seniors
Museum $10.00 $8.00 FREE FREE
Museum + IMAX Discovery Film $16.00 $13.00 $7.00 $6.00
Museum + IMAX Feature Film $19.00 $15.00 $10.00 $8.00
IMAX Discovery Film $8.00 $7.00 $7.00 $6.00
IMAX Feature Film $11.00 $9.00 $10.00 $8.00

Ages: Adults (14-59), Children (2-13), Seniors (60+)

Children younger than 2 FREE, Group Discounts available

Ways to Purchase Tickets

Three easy ways to purchase tickets:

Hours of Operation

Mon-Fri
9:00am to 4pm
Saturday
10am to 6pm
Sunday
noon to 5pm

Closed Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve & Day

Getting Here

Discovery Place
301 N Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28202

Driving Directions
Parking Instructions
Printable Map

The Discovery Place Parking Garage is located directly behind the Museum at the corner of Church and Sixth Streets in uptown Charlotte.

Enter the deck off of Sixth Street, grab a ticket from the automatic attendant and pay inside the Museum at any of the Admissions Desks.

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